I have always planned to go to college, I just did not know when. A few short years after high school I decided I was ready, and it was time to enroll. I was incredibly nervous to say the least, but with all the support from my family and friends I became more confident and excited. It has been a little over a month into my first semester of my first year and although it has been rough, I am really loving the fact I am here sticking to the plan. Returning to school as an adult is common, and has its pros and cons, but there are more pros than cons!
A con for me is having to relearn a few things or needing a refresher such as math! I have a family and a house, so I do not live in the student dorms. Not living on campus makes me a commuting student. One of the biggest cons as a commuting student is not having the time to attend the events or clubs on campus as most of them are later in the day. A Pro as a commuting student for me personally is being able to be with my family every day. Another pro is having all the help you need; but you must be able to ask for help. Personally, one of the biggest pros I would like to talk about is going to college when you are ready and not when you are “expected” to. Attending college when I was ready is easily one of the best things I could have done for myself. I feel more confident, and I am ready for whatever challenges lie ahead.
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